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HP C8S58A MSA 600GB SAS HDD

A 600GB 10K RPM SAS drive built for enterprise storage arrays that demand speed and reliability.

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Overview

High-Performance Storage for Demanding Applications

The Hewlett Packard/HP C8S58A is a high-performance hard drive designed for enterprise storage solutions. With its 600GB capacity, 6G SAS interface, and 10000 RPM, this drive provides the speed and reliability needed for critical applications.

Specifications:

  • Brand: Hewlett Packard/HP
  • Model: C8S58A
  • Capacity: 600GB
  • Interface: 6G SAS
  • Speed: 10000 RPM
  • Form Factor: 2.5in
  • Type: DP Ent HDD

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • 10,000 RPM spindle speed delivers faster data access than standard 7,200 RPM enterprise drives
  • Dual-port SAS interface provides redundant paths for high availability in storage arrays
  • 2.5-inch form factor allows higher drive density in MSA enclosures compared to 3.5-inch drives
  • 6Gb/s SAS interface supports the throughput demands of enterprise applications
  • Built for continuous 24/7 operation in enterprise storage environments

👎 Cons

  • 600GB capacity is limited compared to modern multi-terabyte SAS drives
  • 6Gb/s SAS interface is a previous generation, slower than current 12Gb/s SAS drives
  • Mechanical spinning drive is slower and less power-efficient than SAS SSDs
  • 10K RPM drives generate more heat and noise than lower-speed or solid-state alternatives

Frequently Asked Questions

It is designed for HP MSA (Modular Smart Array) enterprise storage systems that support 2.5-inch SAS drives.
It uses a 6Gb/s SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface for high-throughput data transfer in enterprise environments.
Yes, it is a dual-port (DP) enterprise drive, providing redundant data paths for improved fault tolerance in storage arrays.
The drive operates at 10,000 RPM, which provides faster read/write performance than standard 7,200 RPM drives.
It is a 2.5-inch form factor drive, designed to fit in small form factor drive bays in compatible HP enclosures.